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A786 UKG

1995 Ford Escort

Maroon Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

13,478 mi
Last recorded13,478 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2008
Typical for 1995 Ford Escort61,362 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA786 UKG
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1995
ColourMaroon
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2008 13,478 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2008 13,450 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Outer Body or chassis has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 12 Apr 2007 11,318 miles

slight movement in steering rack

surface corrosion off side inner seal

Pass 20 Apr 2006 10,642 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2006 10,642 miles

Centre Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)

Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

How Reliable is the Ford Escort?

Based on 4,961,191 MOT tests across 821,553 vehicles.

63.1%
Pass Rate
4,830
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
821,553
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 465,333
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 447,459
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 433,778
Brake pipe excessively corroded 419,450
constant velocity joint gaiter split 203,602
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A786 UKG is a 1995 Ford Escort in Maroon with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1995 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.1% with a typical mileage of 61,362 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Ford Escort fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 465,333 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A786 UKG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Escort typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 31 years old, this Ford Escort is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A786 UKG registered?

A786 UKG is a 1995 Ford Escort, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is A786 UKG safe to buy?

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